
This is the Coca-Cola Kōcha Kaden Garden Shekwasha Tea. It was a limited-edition flavour exclusive to Okinawa and featured sweetened black tea infused with 0.1% shiikuwāsā juice sourced from Okinawa.
The drink was a clear brown-red hue and emitted a mellow and soft citrus aroma. When served chilled, the shiikuwāsā notes became apparent as a gentle sweetness and mild tanginess at the beginning of each sip. This flavour profile then evolved with the emergence of the black tea, which contributed fragrant floral notes reminiscent of Ceylon black tea. As the sip concluded, the citrus notes of the shiikuwāsā gradually faded, leaving a background of subtle tanginess accompanied by the lingering fragrance of the tea and a subtle astringency. In the finish, a soft sweetness emerged before transitioning into a crisp and refreshing aftertaste. Overall, the balanced sweetness of the tea combined with the inclusion of shiikuwāsā elevated the typical lemon black tea, infusing it with a refined elegance that made it worth repurchasing.
This Coca-Cola Kōcha Kaden Garden Shekwasha Tea contained 500 mL. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Hong Kong in 2023.